THOMSON Serea Combi TH-540DRBLK User manual

Combo DECT: corded base with wireless handset
User Manual
Serea Combi
TH-540DRBLK
Please read and retain this instruction
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Summary
Getting started
Important Safety Instructions 4
Installing the telephone base 6
Operating range of the handset 6
Signal strength 6
Installing and charging the batteries 6
Low battery warning 7
Battery performance 7
Package contents 9
Getting to know your phone
Corded phone buttons 10
DECT phone buttons 11
Cored phone display icons 14
Handset display icons 15
Corded phone menu map 16
DECT phone menu map 16
Using your corded phone/DECT phone
Switch the handset on/off 17
Make a call 17
Preparatory dialing (for DECT phone only) 17
End a call 17
Handsfree 18
Receiving calls 18
Dialing numbers quickly 18
Adjusting the earpiece volume 18
Mute the speakerphone 18
Call timer 18
Flash 18
Redial 19

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Review /delete /call back incoming and outgoing numbers 19
Make a call from phonebook 19
Copy a number to phonebook 19
Additional handsets and bases
Internal call 20
Make an internal call 20
Receive an internal call 20
Transfer an external call 20
3-Way call 21
Phonebook
To review phonebook list 22
To add a phonebook memory 22
To edit a contact 22
To delete a contact 22
To delete all contacts 23
Reviewing phonebook memory status 23
Call log
View the call log 23
Copy a number / Delete a number / Delete all numbers 23
Settings
Delete handset 24
Ring setup 24
Dial mode 24
Flash time 25
Key tone 25
Language 25
Date & time 25
Modify system PIN 25
Base default 26

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Registration 26
Using the answering machine (TAM)
Switch the answering machine on/off 27
Listening to your messages 27
Delete an answering message 27
Delete all answering messages 28
Record a memo 28
Select an Outgoing Message (OGM) 28
Listen to OGM 1 and OGM 2 28
Record your own OGM 29
Re-instate the pre-recorded OGM 29
Set a TAM alert 29
Answer delay 29
Select a language for answering machine 30
Set the TAM PIN code 30
Restore TAM default 30
Remote access 31
Functions for DECT phone only
Set the alarm 32
Handset name 32
Auto answer 32
Select base 32
Handset default 33
Trouble shooting 34
Declaration of conformity 35

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Getting started
Important safety instructions
Important
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, always observe the following
basic precautions when using your telephone:
•This appliance is intended for indoor use only.
•Observe all markings on the product.
•Do not expose your telephone to moisture and avoid contact with liquids.
•To prevent electric shock, do not disassemble the handset or the telephone
base.
•Avoid interposing any metal objects (clip, key, etc.) between the battery contacts
and charging contacts.
•Your telephone may have a slight chance of being damaged by lightning. Unplug
the telephone base from the mains and disconnect the telephone line during a
thunderstorm.
•Do not use the telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
•Do not use the handset near any intensive care medical equipment. People with
pacemakers should consult their doctor or cardiologist before using this
telephone.
•Clean your telephone with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning
agents or solvents, especially aggressive ones.
•Exchanges between the telephone base and handset being carried out by radio
signals, wearers of hearing aids may be bothered by a small buzz.
•Your telephone may interfere with other electrical appliances such as answering
machine, television, radio, clock radio or computer when it is sufficiently close to
such equipment. To avoid this, place the telephone base at least one meter
away from other electrical appliances.
•The receiver of the handset may attract small metal objects (staples, pins, etc).
Be careful when placing the handset near these items.
•Your telephone does not work in case of power failure and by consequence
cannot be used for emergency calls. To avoid such inconvenience, always keep a
traditional corded telephone in your home.
•To prevent electric shock, do not use your telephone during a thunderstorm.
Refer to the information printed on your telephone directory.
•You can connect this product to a PSTN telephone line or an analog PBX
extension port. Warning: Connecting this telephone to a digital PBX extension
port may cause damage.
•Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this may cause a fire or
electric shock.

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•To eliminate any voltage within the telephone, unplug the power cord from the
mains.
•Observe the polarity indicated while installing the batteries.
•It is dangerous to use other battery types or non-rechargeable batteries: they
can cause interference and/or damage to the product. The manufacturer shall
not be liable for any damages caused by such non-compliance.
•Do not immerse a battery in water and do not throw it in a fire.
•The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
•If the appliance is not use for a period of time, please unplug the adapter in
order to save electricity.
•The external flexible cable of the adapter cannot be replaced, If the cord is
destroyed, the adapter should be destroyed.
CAUTION
Please use the bundle adaptor for operates the device only. The adaptor model
number: GCE060050C
Failure to observe the correct polarity or voltage of the adapter may cause damage
to the telephone base.
For phone models TH-540DRBLK:
Adapter for the telephone base: GCE060050C
Input: 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 150mA
Output: DC 6V 500mA

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Installing the telephone base
The telephone base should be placed at least 1 meter away from other electrical
appliances in order to avoid interference. The handset exchanges radio signals with
the telephone base. The strength of these signals depends on the position of the
base. You can obtain a stronger signal by placing the base higher.
Operating range of the handset
The operating range of your telephone is 300 meters outdoors without
obstructions between the telephone base and handset. Obstructions reduce the
operating range. When the telephone base is located indoors, while the handset is
indoors or outdoors, the operating range is reduced to 50 meters. Thick concrete
walls reduce the operating range significantly.
Signal strength
When the handset is within the operating range of the telephone base,
appears on the screen. flashes when the handset is out of range. You should
then get closer to the telephone base to turn off this indicator.
Installing and charging the batteries
Corded base:
Wireless DECT phone base：
Adapter Jack
Adapter Jack
Telephone Jack

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1. Insert the plug of the supplied adapter to the back of the telephone base and
the other end into an electrical outlet.
2. Plug the telephone line cord to the back of the telephone base and the other
end into a telephone wall jack. If necessary, we can provide you a French
telecom plug free of charge. Please contact us at [e-mail].
3. Insert the rechargeable Ni-MH batteries supplied into the handset by following
the correct polarity as indicated. Close the battery compartment.
4. Place the handset on the telephone base and let the batteries charge for 24
hours before using it for the first time.
Low battery warning
When the batteries are very low, flashes on the handset screen and a
warning beep will sound every minute to prompt you to recharge the batteries.
Battery performance
When fully charged, the batteries offer approximately 8 hours of talk time and 120
hours of standby time under ideal conditions. Please note that a new battery
reaches its full capacity after several days of normal use.
The battery capacity decreases over time, reducing the talk time and standby time.
Replace the batteries if necessary.
The batteries and the handset will become hot during charging. This is normal.
Tip
When you are not using your handset, place it on the charger so that you can
always have fully charged batteries.
WARNING
DO NOT USE STANDARD OR ALKALINE BATTERIES. THEY MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE
INJURY. ONLY USE RECHARGEABLE NI-MH BATTERIES AS INDICATED IN THIS USER
MANUAL.
Risk of explosion if you use incompatible batteries
Never use non-rechargeable batteries. Use only batteries that are identical to the
ones supplied with your telephone.
•Never use alkaline or lithium batteries.
•Do not throw a battery into a fire.
•Do not open or damage batteries. Electrolyte is corrosive and can cause
irritation to eyes and skin. It is also toxic and must not be swallowed.

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•If you must handle the batteries, avoid them from coming into contact with
metal objects. This may cause short circuit or overheating and you may burn
yourself.
•Do not attempt to recharge the batteries by heating. The battery electrolyte
may leak, and may irritate your eyes or skin.
•Observe the polarity indicated. Reversing the polarity of the battery may result
in electrolyte leakage and explosion.
•Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use your phone for several
months.
•Do not use any other telephone base for charging the handset –the batteries
can be damaged.
Warning: Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly installed.
Use only Ni-MH batteries. The autonomy for the handsets indicated is
based on the original capacity of the batteries.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions of your local authorities.

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Package contents
Quantity
Corded base
1
Wireless DECT phone base
1
Cordless handset
1
AC adapter
2
Telephone cable
1
User manual
1
Rechargeable 1.2V Ni-MH battery (600mAh)
2
If necessary, we can provide you a French telecom plug free of charge.
Please contact us at [e-mail].
Important:
YOU ARE USING A BROADBAND OR ADSL LINE
To ensure proper functioning of your telephone, you need to install a filter (not
supplied) between the telephone wall jack and the telephone base. Without this
filter, you may experience interference to the phone and loss of broadband signal.
Consult the instructions to install the filter properly.

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Getting to know your phone
Corded phone buttons
1. NEW CALL LED
9. TALK / HANDSFREE
2. PHONEBOOK / RETURN
10. LCD DISPLAY
3. MEMO
11. UP
4. DOWN
12. MENU/OK/MUTE
5. PLAY/PAUSE
13. NUMERIC KEYS
6. TAM ON/OFF
14. INTERCOM –TRANSFER
7. R/C –FLASH / DELETE
15. TELECOM RJ11 CABLE
8. BIS –REDIAL NUMBER
16. POWER INPUT

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DECT phone buttons
1. NEW CALL LED
12. MENU/OK/MUTE
2. PHONEBOOK / RETURN
13. NUMERIC KEYS
4. DOWN
14. INTERCOM –TRANSFER
7. R/C –FLASH / DELETE
16. POWER INPUT
8. BIS –REDIAL NUMBER
17. VOLUME UP
9. TALK / HANDSFREE
18. HANDSET AMPLIFIER
10. LCD DISPLAY
19. VOLUME DOWN
11. UP
20. END/ ON/OFF

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1. NEW CALL LED
When there is new call coming, this LED indicator flashes.
2. PHONEBOOK / RETURN
In standby/talk mode, press to enter the phonebook.
In menu mode, press to return to the previous menu.
3. MEMO
Press and hold this key to record a memo.
4. DOWN / OUTGOING
In standby mode, press to enter the outgoing list.
Scroll up through menu options, call lists and phonebook entries.
During a call, press to decrease the earpiece volume.
5. PLAY/PAUSE
Press this key to play the messages.
Press this key again to suspend the message playing.
6. TAM ON/OFF
Press and hold this key to switch the answering machine ON or OFF.
With TAM ON in standby mode, press this key to select OGM 1 or OGM 2.
7. R/C –FLASH / DELETE
Press the R/C key to use special functions provided by your telephone service
provider such as call waiting and call forwarding.
In enter/edit mode, press to delete characters and digits.
When viewing the calls/redial lists, press to delete the displayed entry.
8. BIS-REDIAL NUMBER
Press / and BIS key, the last dialed number will be dialed.
When dialing/storing a number, press to enter a pause.
9. TALK / HANDSFREE
Press to dial or answer a call.
Press twice to use the handsfree function.
11. UP/ INCOMING
In standby mode, press to enter the incoming list.
Scroll up through menu options, call lists and phonebook entries.
During a call, press to increase the earpiece volume.

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12. MENU / OK /MUTE
Press to open the menu.
Press to select menu options and to confirm a displayed option.
During a call by base, press this key to switch Mute on/off. When on, your caller
cannot hear your voice.
13. NUMERIC KEYS, * (ASTERISK), # (HASH) KEYS
Press to enter a number/character, * sign or # sign.
For DECT phone:
*(ASTERISK) key in standby mode, long press to lock/unlock the keypad.
#(HASH) key in standby mode, long press to activate/deactivate the ringer.
: To delete an answering machine message during playing.
: To skip back to the previous message during playing answering machine
messages.
: To play answering machine messages or pause playing.
: To skip back to the next message during playing answering machine messages.
: To stop playing answering machine messages.
14. INTERNAL / TRANSFER
Use to make internal calls or transfer calls to other handsets registered, or establish
a three-way call.
17. VOLUME UP
Use to increase the ringtone/earpiece/speaker volume.
18. HANDSET AMPLIFIER
Use to enlarge the handset volume by 15db during a call conversation.
19. VOLUME DOWN
Use to decrease the ringtone/earpiece/speaker volume.
20. END / ON/OFF KEY
Press to end calls.
Press and hold to switch the handset on/off.
When viewing the redial/call lists or when editing, press to exit and return to
standby mode.

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Cored phone display icons
Displays when the user pick up handset from base.
Displays when external ring is set to off( the ring volume is set to OFF)
Displays when phonebook is open.
Displays when a new voice message is received from the network.
RPT
Displays when the same calls received more than once.
NEW
Displays when a new call comes and hasn’t been viewed yet
#
Displays along with the digit to indicate the sequence of the call when
scrolling or reviewing the incoming or outgoing numbers.
Display when the speakerphone is in use.
If the LCD display shows as below in standby mode:
The first number indicates unread answering message or memo and the second
number shows the total answering messages or memo.
In the case above, you have received a total of 2 answering messages or memo and
there is 1 answering messages or memo unread.

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Handset display icons
Indicates for signal strength.
Flashes when handset is not registered to the base or if you go out
of range.
Displays when press key in idle screen.
Displays when the handset keypad is locked.
Displays when an alarm clock is set.
Flashes when the alarm is triggered.
Displays when external ring set to off.
Displays when phonebook is open.
Displays when a new voice message is received from the network.
RPT
Displays when the same missed calls received more than once.
NEW
Displays when a new call comes and hasn’t been viewed yet.
#
Displays along with the digit to indicate the sequence of the call
when press ∧or ∨key directly to scroll and review the number.
The icon will be displayed when press key during a call.
Provides both a charging indication and an indication of the current
battery status.

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Corded phone menu map
PHONE BOOK
CALL LOG
SETTINGS
REGISTRATION
TAM
LIST
MISSED
DELETE HANDSET
BASE 1(2,3,4)
MESSAGE
NEW ENTRY
RECEIVED
RING SETUP
DELETE ALL
EDIT RECORD
DIALED
DIAL MODE
MEMO
DELETE RECORD
FLASH TIME
TAM SETTINGS
DELETE ALL
KEY TONE
TAM ON/OFF
MEMORY STATUS
LANGUAGE
SET OGM
DATE&TIME
TAM ALERT
MODIFY PIN
SET RING
BASE DEFAULT
TAM VOICE
TAM PIN
TAM DEFAULT
DECT phone menu map
PHONE BOOK
CALL LOG
BASE SETTINGS
HANDSET SETTINGS
REGISTRATION
TAM
LIST
MISSED
DELETE HANDSET
ALARM
BASE 1(2,3,4)
MESSAGE
NEW ENTRY
RECEIVED
DIAL MODE
RING SETUP
DELETE ALL
EDIT RECORD
DIALED
FLASH TIME
TONE SETUP
MEMO
DELETE RECORD
MODIFY PIN
LANGUAGE
TAM SETTINGS
DELETE ALL
BASE DEFAULT
HANDSET NAME
TAM ON/OFF
MEMORY STATUS
AUTO ANSWER
SET OGM
DATE&TIME
SET RING
SELECT BASE
TAM VOICE
HANDSET DEFAULT
TAM PIN
TAM DEFAULT

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Using your corded phone/DECT phone
Corded phone:
Press MENU button to open the menu.
Press ▲or ▼button to scroll the menu option.
Press MENU button to confirm menu selection or the setting displayed.
Press button to return to previous menu.
Lift the handset and put it back to exit a menu or cancel an operation at any time to
return to standby mode.
DECT phone:
Press button to open the menu.
Press ∧or ∨button to scroll the menu option.
Press button to confirm menu selection or the setting displayed.
Press button to return to previous menu.
Press to exit a menu or cancel an operation at any time to return to standby
mode.
Switch the handset on/off
1. When your handset is off, press and hold until the screen turns on.
2. To switch off the handset, press and hold until the screen turns off.
Make a call
1. Press / or lift the handset, and the screen display shows “LINE IN USE”.
When you hear the dial tone, dial the phone number.
Preparatory dialing (for DECT phone only)
1. Enter the phone number first. The number is shown on the display.
If you make a mistake, press R/Ckey to delete a digit.
2. Press to dial the number.
End a call
On corded phone: Place the handset back on the corded phone to end the call, or
press when in handsfree mode.
On DECT phone: Press to end the call or place the handset back on the corded
phone/charger.

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Handsfree
On corded phone: You can press to make or answer a call in handsfree mode,
and pick up the handset if you wish to switch to handset mode.
On DECT phone: You can press twice to make or answer a call in handsfree
mode. When using the handset, press each time you wish to switch between
handset and handsfree mode.
Receiving calls
1. When the phone rings, simply lift the handset or press / to answer the
call.
Remark: If you would rather press after lifting the handset to receive a call,
you will need to switch Auto-answer to off under handset setting menu.
Dialling numbers quickly
Numbers can also be dialed directly from the phonebook, the calls list or the redial
list.
Adjusting the earpiece volume
1. During a call, press ▲/▼or ∧/ ∨key to increase or decrease the handset
volume.
Mute the speakerphone
You can ‘Mute’ you handset to stop your caller from hearing you while you talk to
someone else close by.
1. During a call, press MENU or . The handset microphone is muted and the
display shows MUTE.
2. Press MENU or again to resume your call.
Call timer
On corded phone: After the first 10 seconds of your call, the talking time is to display.
On DECT phone: After the first 15 seconds of your call, the talking time is to display.
Flash
When dial a number and the line is busy, press R/C and BIS key to dial it again.

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Redial
1. Press / .
2. Press BIS key, the last dialed number will be dialed.
Review /delete /call back incoming and outgoing numbers
1. Review: In standby mode, press ▲or ∧key once to enter the incoming list or
press ▼or ∨key once to enter the outgoing list. Then scroll ▲/▼or ∧/ ∨key
to view the records.
2. Delete: When the desired number displayed on LCD, press R/Ckey one time to
delete it.
3. Call back: When the desired number is shown, press / key to dial the
number.
Make a call from phonebook
1. In standby mode, press key, scroll ▲/▼or ∧/ ∨key through the phone
list to the desired entry.
2. Press the / key to dial the number.
Copy a number to phonebook
1. In standby mode, press ▲/▼or ∧/ ∨key once and scroll ▲/▼or ∧/ ∨key
through the list to the entry you want.
2. Press MENU or key. The display shows “ADD TO PB ?”. Press MENU or
key again. Use the keypad to enter the name, and press R/C to delete the wrong
entry. Press MENU or to confirm.
3. Edit the number if necessary, and then press MENU or key. MELODY 1 is
displayed.
4. Scroll ▲/▼or ∧/ ∨key to select a ringtone and press MENU or to
confirm. The entry is stored.